Power Series of Integral xarctan(3x)

In summary, the integral of xarctan(3x) from 0 to 0.1 can be evaluated by expressing it in terms of a power series. This can be achieved by differentiating xarctan(3x) until two functions are obtained that can be turned into power series (arctan(3x) and x(1/(1+9x^2)). By integrating these power series, the original integral can be obtained. However, when evaluated from 0 to 0.1, the result is not correct. Another method to find the power series is by using the formula \arctan{u}=\sum_{n=0}^{\infty}(-1)^
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Homework Statement



Evaluate the integral of xarctan(3x) from 0 to 0.1 by expressing the integral in terms of a power series.

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The Attempt at a Solution



I differentiated xarctan(3x) until I got two functions that I could turn into power series (arctan(3x) and x(1/(1+9x^2)).

After I found the power series of these two functions I integrated them as many times as was necessary to arrive back at the integral of the original function and got (both as sums from one to infinity):
[(-1)^(n-1)*9^(n-1)*x^(2n+1)]/[(2n+1)(2n)(2n-1)] + [(-1)^(n-1)*9^(n-1)*x^(2n)]/[(2n)(2n-1)]

When I evaluated it from 0 to 0.1, I ended up with 0.0050927 which is not the correct answer, but I don't see where I would have done it wrong. Any help would be appreciated.
 
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A faster way to find the power series would be knowing [tex]\arctan{u}=\sum_{n=0}^{\infty}(-1)^{n}\frac{u^{2n+1}}{2n+1}[/tex] convergent for [tex]|x|\leq{1}[/tex]. [tex]x\arctan{3x}=\sum_{n=0}^{\infty}(-1)^{n}\frac{3^{2n+1}}{2n+1}x^{2(n+1)}[/tex]. I haven't checked your work but maybe you made a mistake while differentiating.

On a separate note, [tex]\int \frac{x}{1+9x^{2}}\,dx=\frac{1}{18}\ln{|1+9x^{2}|}+C[/tex], not the arctan you were looking for.
 

FAQ: Power Series of Integral xarctan(3x)

What is a power series?

A power series is an infinite series of the form ∑n=0^∞ an(x-c)n, where c is a constant and an are coefficients. It is a mathematical representation of a function that can be expressed as a polynomial.

What is the power series of integral arctan(3x)?

The power series of integral arctan(3x) is ∑n=0^∞ (-1)n(3x)2n+1/(2n+1). This series represents the antiderivative of arctan(3x) and can be used to approximate the integral of the function.

How is the power series of integral arctan(3x) derived?

The power series of integral arctan(3x) can be derived using the Maclaurin series of arctan(x) and then substituting 3x for x. The integral of arctan(x) is found by using the substitution u = x+1 and partial fraction decomposition.

What is the purpose of using a power series for the integral of arctan(3x)?

The power series allows for approximating the integral of arctan(3x) without directly evaluating the integral. This can be useful in situations where the integral cannot be solved analytically or for finding accurate numerical solutions.

How can the power series of integral arctan(3x) be used in real-world applications?

The power series of integral arctan(3x) can be used in fields such as physics and engineering to approximate the area under arctan(3x) curves. It can also be used in numerical methods for solving differential equations that involve arctan(3x).

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